Best Schools in Boca Raton, Florida
55 schools · 31 Elementary · 6 Middle · 10 High · 8 Other
Choosing a school in Boca Raton?
Use this page to compare every school in Boca Raton by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Calusa Elementary School
Elementary · Palm Beach. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Somerset Academy Boca East
Elementary · Palm Beach. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Don Estridge High Tech Middle School
Middle · Palm Beach. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Boca Raton for 2026 are Calusa Elementary School (9.4/10), Somerset Academy Boca East (9.4/10), and Don Estridge High Tech Middle School (9.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 49 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
55
26 public · 29 private
Avg Score
7.6
out of 10
Median Home
$568,478
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
55
26 public · 29 private
Avg Score
7.6
out of 10
Median Home
$568,478
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 8.8/10 despite 44% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.1 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Boca Raton schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Boca Raton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (49 of 55). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Calusa Elementary School | 9.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Somerset Academy Boca East | 9.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Don Estridge High Tech Middle School | 9.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Sunrise Park Elementary School | 9.2 / 10 |
| 5 | Somerset Academy Boca Middle School | 9.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Waters Edge Elementary School | 8.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Boca Prep International School | 8.9 / 10 |
| 8 | Coral Sunset Elementary School | 8.8 / 10 |
| 9 | Hammock Pointe Elementary School | 8.7 / 10 |
| 10 | Whispering Pines Elementary School | 8.7 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.6/10
- Median household income
- $98,803
- Median home value
- $568,478
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 56%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 73%
78% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Boca Raton compares
Florida rank
#18 of 280
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.3
above Florida avg (6.3)
Median household income
$99k
132% of Florida median
Schools in this city
50
About Schools in Boca Raton, Florida
Boca Raton's public school system spans 26 ranked schools — a concentrated market where performance skews notably high. The city posts an average school score of 7.7 out of 10, and 18 of those 26 schools (69%) clear the 7.0 threshold. That means parents here face a different problem than most cities: not finding a decent school, but choosing among a surplus of strong ones.
Elementary options lead the pack. Blue Lake Elementary tops the city at 9.4 out of 10 — the highest score in Boca Raton's entire ranked set and a meaningful margin above the next tier. Waters Edge Elementary (9.0), Addison Mizner School (8.9), and Sandpiper Shores Elementary (8.8) form a dense cluster just behind it. Four elementary schools scoring 8.8 or higher in a single city is rare anywhere in Florida. Parents with young children will find multiple genuine contenders within a short drive of most neighborhoods.
Middle school options are narrower but still competitive. Don Estridge High Tech Middle School scores 8.8, matching Sandpiper Shores Elementary and ranking as the top middle school in the city. Its applied technology focus makes it one of the more differentiated public options in Palm Beach County for families thinking ahead to high school readiness.
The practical upshot for parents: school zone matters less in Boca Raton than it does in most Florida cities. With 69% of ranked schools hitting 7.0 or above, families who can't access the top-tier elementaries are unlikely to land in a struggling school. That said, the gap between a 9.4 and a 7.0 is real. Families prioritizing elementary performance should map Blue Lake Elementary's attendance boundary early — its score premium over neighboring options is the widest in the city and demand follows. For middle school planning, Don Estridge's magnet structure may offer access beyond a family's assigned zone, making it worth a closer look regardless of where you live.
Elementary Schools
31 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 851 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.4 |
| 2 | 375 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.4 |
| 3 | 874 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.3 |
| 4 | 1,097 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.2 |
| 5 | 713 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.9 |
| 6 | 773 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.8 |
| 7 | 962 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.7 |
| 8 | 1,002 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.7 |
| 9 | 1,185 students · Pre-K–8th | 8.3 |
| 10 | 883 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.3 |
Show all 31 elementary schools in Boca Raton
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,270 students · 6th–8th | 9.3 |
| 2 | 91 students · 6th–8th | 9.0 |
| 3 | 1,108 students · 6th–8th | 7.7 |
| 4 | 1,464 students · 6th–8th | 7.5 |
| 5 | 1,191 students · 6th–8th | 7.2 |
| 6 | 1,041 students · 6th–8th | 7.1 |
High Schools
10 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,290 students · 9th–12th | 8.1 | ||
| 2 | 2,330 students · 9th–12th | 7.8 | ||
| 3 | 2,742 students · 6th–12th | 7.7 | ||
| 4 | 2,876 students · 9th–12th | 7.1 | ||
Private Schools6 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Saint John Paul II AcademyPrivate 477 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | 462 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | 69 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 4 | 75 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 5 | Fusion Academy - Boca RatonPrivate 30 students · 6th–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 6 | Unicorn Village AcademyPrivate 18 students · 7th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,333 students · Kindergarten–12th | 8.7 | ||
Private Schools7 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 127 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Garden of the Sahaba AcademyPrivate 171 students · Kindergarten–11th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | Salt AcademyPrivate 60 students · Kindergarten–11th | Not Rated | ||
| 4 | Boca Raton Christian SchoolPrivate 615 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 5 | Grandview Preparatory SchoolPrivate 334 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 6 | Score AcademyPrivate 73 students · 3rd–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 7 | 1,281 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Boca Raton
Boca Raton, Florida · 55 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 9 ZIP codes
Median Income
$98,803
Median Home Value
$568,478
Median Rent
$2,370/mo
Population
245,646
College Educated
56%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Community Profile
Boca Raton has a median household income of $98,803. It is a well-educated community where 56% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $568,478, with a median rent of $2,370/month. The local poverty rate of 8.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Florida
- Elementary
- 31
- Middle
- 6
- High
- 10
- Other
- 8
Resources
School Districts (2)
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Florida
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Boca Raton, Florida
How many schools are in Boca Raton, Florida?
Boca Raton has 55 schools, including 26 public and 29 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Boca Raton, Florida?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Boca Raton is 7.6 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Boca Raton, Florida?
The top-ranked school in Boca Raton on MySchoolScout is Calusa Elementary School with a composite score of 9.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Boca Raton, Florida?
The top-ranked elementary school in Boca Raton on MySchoolScout is Calusa Elementary School with a composite score of 9.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Boca Raton, Florida?
The top-ranked middle school in Boca Raton on MySchoolScout is Don Estridge High Tech Middle School with a composite score of 9.3/10.
What is the best high school in Boca Raton, Florida?
The top-ranked high school in Boca Raton on MySchoolScout is West Boca Raton High School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
How many school districts serve Boca Raton, Florida?
Boca Raton is served by 2 school districts: Palm Beach, Fau Lab Sch.
What is the education level in Boca Raton, Florida?
According to Census data, 56% of adults in Boca Raton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Boca Raton, Florida?
The median household income in Boca Raton is approximately $98,803 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Boca Raton, Florida?
Yes, Boca Raton has 29 private schools alongside 26 public schools. The top-rated private school is Boca Prep International School with a score of 8.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Boca Raton, Florida?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Boca Raton is 12.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Boca Raton, Florida?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Florida Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.